I’ve always had a little piece of my heart in Finland. I didn’t know too much about the country or its residents. I could locate it on a map and spot the Finnish flag in a heartbeat. I heard the language is one of the most difficult to learn. The Winters are quite cold and long and dark. Lots of blonde hair and blue eyes. Stuff like that.
Even with little knowledge, I’ve been fond of Finland all my life and this is because my dad spent 2.5 years of his young adult life living there. I always knew he loved Finland. And because he loved it, I wanted to love it too.
And now I can confirm: I love Finland.
David and I just returned from an incredible experience there. (My blog posts from the past couple weeks were scheduled to post so I didn’t completely disappear.) We visited my parents who are currently there serving a church mission. We experienced Finland in so many ways. I have thoughts, ideas, tips, and of course photos to share. But first — I have lots of other important things to do: mainly love on my kiddos and catch up on laundry.
In the meantime, check out this bag.
So cute, right? It had me at hello. And I thought maybe one of you would like it too. So I bought two in Lahti, Finland. One for me and one for … could it be you? There’s only one way to find out. Leave your first name, city, and state in the comments. It’s a homecoming giveaway! Woo-hoo for cute bags and just-because giveaways. : )
U.S. shipping address only. I will choose someone at random and announce the winner on Friday.
Tags: bag, Finland, finnish flag, purse
Love it and it’s my favorite color!
Grace
Harbor Springs, Michigan
Probably to late to post but too cute! Love Circles
Skye P Las Vegas, NV
Katherine, Kalispell, Montana thanks for the chance to win. I can’t wait to see more pictures and to hear about Finland.
Hope its not too late… really cute – I want to go to Finland now!
Am I too late?
Erin
Oakland, CA
<3 <3 <3
Danielle
Scottsdale, AZ
Very cute love it!!
Tamara
Calgary Alberta Canada
Lauren!
Sun City, AZ
Finland has just been added to my “Must See” places! Maybe I’ll be able to put my passport in that adorable purse!!!
Awesome!!!
Hays, KS
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lovely …
ann from federal way, washington
maybe too late, but i LOVE LOVE LOVE the purse, so cute and so me!!!
karen
santa maria, ca
That is the cutest bag ever!!!
Courtney
Virginia Beach, VA
Oddly enough that is the color of my living room. It beautiful.
Love, Love this purse!
Medina, OH.
Ahh, just got back from a quick trip with the family. I’m too late, just wanted to say what a fun bag! Julie Las Vegas, Nv
Modesto, Ca 95350
How fun! What an adorable find and to think I have a chance to win one!!!! So cool!! Happy 4th!
OMGoodness! That is one GORGUS! bag!!!!!
thanks for a chance to win!
Incredible bag and what a fabulous vacation you had. Loved seeing the photos.
I am in LOVE with that bag…can you send it down to Savannah GA to me
Deborah Evans
Savannah, GA
Love your sketches and blog.
Enjoyed seeing your pics.
The purse is cute and it’s very generous of you to think of others and giveaway one too!
Have a great day!
Love the bag! Does it count if I live in canada but have an american box..hope so cause I would love it!!! You are awesome!
very cute indeed!
maureen in new durham, nh
What a neat experience to go to Finland to see your parents and the country….I’m sure it’s one you won’t forget!
Love the bag and would be soooo excited to win it.
Natalie
Novi, MI
Love it, love it, love it!!!!
I also went to Finland and Estonia 2 years ago as part of a nursing study abroad program….and I loved it. Can’t wait to go back again…the Finnish people are awesome….especially the women. Thanks for the great pics!
Love the bag. Always wanted one like that……. Never been to Finland but it looks great.
Thanks for all you do!
Kristy
Cantonment, FL
Love it! Thanks for all the inspiration!
WOW – that bag would be my pride and joy!!
Please pick me !! Pick me !!
Thank you in advance …
Hi – my favorite bag from San Francisco just got a huge tear (sigh) – would love this fun, sunny bag to replace it!
Alexis
Littleton, Colorado
I`m finnish myself. nice bag you found. Finland is definetely a beautiful place. Come here to visit!
Helsinki is a good travel spot but also lapland is really pretty especially on winter but on winter its REALLY cold so think carefully